Resources

March 21, 2024

Efficient Carrier Procurement: A Guide to Strategic Selection

In the fast-paced logistics landscape, strategic carrier procurement is essential for shippers aiming to optimize performance.

September 24, 2023

8 Steps to Get Your Freight Broker License

Getting your freight broker license is the first step to launching a successful brokerage. This guide walks you through the essential steps.

August 3, 2023

MC Authority 101: Everything You Need to Know

There are a number of roles within the trucking industry that can lead you to a long-lasting and successful career.

August 1, 2023

How to Find Shippers as a Freight Broker

As a freight broker, you have a lot on your plate. You have to appease your customer base while managing logistics.

July 27, 2023

How To Become A Successful Freight Broker

Curious about how to become a freight broker? This guide breaks down everything you need to know to succeed in a competitive landscape.

March 21, 2025

Analyzing historical rate trends on new lanes

Rate fluctuations impact budgets and profitability. With DAT iQ Benchmark, shippers can analyze historical trends and gain insights.

December 8, 2025

DAT Freight Focus: Truckload Freight Trends and Market Outlook for ...

Grab a copy of our annual report and explore freight industry trends and logistics market insights that will shape transportation in the future.

September 16, 2024

Top 10 Best Freight Factoring Companies for Trucking

Managing cash flow is crucial for carriers, and choosing the right freight factoring company can make a significant difference.

August 17, 2025

How to Start a Trucking Business

Starting a trucking business can be a rewarding endeavor, offering immense potential for growth and success in the transportation industry.

July 16, 2026

How shippers use freight market intelligence to reduce transportation costs

Independent Nucleus Research found that enterprise shippers using DAT consistently improve procurement decisions and reduce transportation costs.

July 16, 2026

The Cost of Bad Freight Data: Why What’s Underneath Your Freight Rate Data Matters

Freight rate data is widely available, but benchmarks suitable for budget discussions are less common.

July 13, 2026

Mini-Bids for Shippers: Faster, Smarter Freight Decisions

Freight markets now shift faster than annual RFPs can adapt, making agility and data essential to procurement. Mini-bids can enhance efficiency.

June 18, 2026

DAT iQ RateView

Know what a lane should cost before you commit to any transport solutions.

June 9, 2026

The DAT iQ Difference: Reliable Data for Shippers

See why DAT's invoice-verified data is the most reliable foundation for confident procurement decisions.

May 12, 2026

Keep fraud at bay

What tools keep your business safe from fraud?

March 5, 2026

How transportation intelligence pays off for shippers

Nucleus Research validates that DAT iQ customers save 5–15% on average.

March 5, 2026

DAT for Finance Leaders: Why your organization needs DAT shipping intelligence

Understand how DAT iQ helps finance leaders defend budgets and reduce cost variances.

March 5, 2026

Measure What Matters: A straightforward guide to measuring shipping operations

Learn which KPIs top shippers track and how DAT iQ turns data into smarter decisions for operational efficiency.

March 5, 2026

Driving Digitalization with DAT iQ: Top Pain Points to Avoid

Discover the most common obstacles shippers face on the path to digital transformation and how to overcome them with DAT solutions.

March 5, 2026

Benchmarking 101 for Shippers

Unlock the power of benchmarking to optimize your shipping operations with actionable insights.